May weather forecast
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

englishespañol中文
Share

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Inverkeithing, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average high of 13.3°C (55.9°F) and an average low of 5.8°C (42.4°F).

Temperature

May's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a moderate 13.3°C (55.9°F) from April. During the month of May, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 5.8°C (42.4°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Inverkeithing, United Kingdom, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation. In Inverkeithing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.4 days and collects up to 475mm (18.7") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Inverkeithing, snow does not fall in May through October.

Sea temperature

In Inverkeithing, in May, the average water temperature is 9.7°C (49.5°F).
Note: Caution: 9.7°C (49.5°F) temperatures below 10°C (50°F) during swimming can result in intense cold shock and quickened breathing.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 16h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:53 pm. On the last day of May, in Inverkeithing, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 4:35 am and sunset at 9:47 pm BST.

Sunshine

In Inverkeithing, the average sunshine in May is 7.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Inverkeithing in May?

May temperatures in Inverkeithing vary between a high-temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F) and a low-temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Inverkeithing?

In May, the average relative humidity in Inverkeithing, United Kingdom, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in May in Inverkeithing?

In Inverkeithing, in May, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Inverkeithing?

May through October are months without snowfall in Inverkeithing, United Kingdom.

Does it snow in Inverkeithing in May?

In May, in Inverkeithing, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Inverkeithing?

In May, the average sea temperature in Inverkeithing is 9.7°C (49.5°F). Swimming in 9.7°C (49.5°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in May in Inverkeithing?

In Inverkeithing, the average day length in May is 16h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Inverkeithing?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 8:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Inverkeithing, sunrise is at 4:35 am and sunset at 9:47 pm BST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Inverkeithing?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Inverkeithing?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Inverkeithing, United Kingdom.

How high is the UV index in May in Inverkeithing?

In Inverkeithing, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average temperature in May - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in May: 13.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 5.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.3°C).

[Resources]

Average pressure in May
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average pressure in May - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.8mbar).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in May
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in May - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in May: 14.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (12.5km/h).

[Resources]

Average humidity in May
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average humidity in May - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (81%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in May
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in May - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in May: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in May
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in May - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.3 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in May
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in May - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (50mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in May
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in May - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

[Resources]

Average sea temperature in May
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in May - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in May: 9.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.8°C).

[Resources]

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in May
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in May - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.7 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in May
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average UV index in May - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in May
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in May - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in May: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).

[Resources]

Average visibility in May
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average visibility in May - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (8km).

[Resources]

Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location